Luca Calvani (Italian Actor) Age, Biography, Family

Quick Info

Profession	Actor, Businessman
Nationality	Italian
Date of Birth	07/08/1974
Age	52 years
Birthplace	Prato, Tuscany, Italy

Latest News about Luca Calvani

21/06/2026

Media coverage in 2026 highlighted Calvani’s life in Tuscany with his husband Alessandro Franchini. The reports described the couple managing an organic farm and welcoming visitors interested in food and rural Italian hospitality.

30/09/2025

Luca Calvani married Alessandro Franchini in a private ceremony in Tuscany. Reports say the couple had been together for years before formalizing their relationship, and the wedding took place at a rural property in the Chianti area.

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Physical Stats & More

Height	6' 2" (188 cm)
Eye Color	Lavendar Gray
Hair Color	Salt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University	ITIS Tullio Buzzi, Prato New York University
Educational Qualifications	Diploma of Textile Expert (1988-1993) from ITIS Tullio Buzzi Masters in Fine Arts (Drama) (1994-1996) from New York University

Personal Life

Food Habit	Non-vegetarian
Hobbies	Travelling Skiing

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married
Affairs/Boyfriend	Alessandro Franchini (husband, married 29/09/2024)

Family

Mother	(Deceased)
Siblings	Brother - Marco Calvani (Filmmaker), Sisters - Sara Calvani, Eva Calvani
Spouse	Francesca Arena (ex-wife)
Children	Daughter - Bianca Calvani (with Francesca Arena, born 2009)

Career

Overview	Luca Calvani has crafted an impressive career as both an actor and a businessman, showcasing his versatility across various mediums. He began his journey in modeling during his teenage years, representing major brands including Giorgio Armani.
Notable Works	In 2000, he gained acclaim for his role in the Italian TV series ‘Distretto di Polizia’ as Fabio. His profile expanded internationally with his appearance in the American series ‘Sex and the City’ in 2001. Calvani has participated in several Italian reality shows, notably winning the fourth season of ‘L’isola dei famosi’ in 2006. In recent years, he has contributed significantly to the film industry, directing and writing the Italian comedy ‘Il cacio con le pere’ (2023) and acting in films like ‘Shakuntala Devi’ (2020). He also manages a resort in Camaiore with his boyfriend. In 2012, he founded and became creative director of the lifestyle luxury brand MCCL – INSPIRITV. From 2022 to 2024, he served as a judge on the Italian game show ‘Cortesie per gli ospiti’ for seasons 16 to 19.

Overview

Luca Calvani has crafted an impressive career as both an actor and a businessman, showcasing his versatility across various mediums. He began his journey in modeling during his teenage years, representing major brands including Giorgio Armani.

Notable Works

In 2000, he gained acclaim for his role in the Italian TV series ‘Distretto di Polizia’ as Fabio.
His profile expanded internationally with his appearance in the American series ‘Sex and the City’ in 2001.
Calvani has participated in several Italian reality shows, notably winning the fourth season of ‘L’isola dei famosi’ in 2006.
In recent years, he has contributed significantly to the film industry, directing and writing the Italian comedy ‘Il cacio con le pere’ (2023) and acting in films like ‘Shakuntala Devi’ (2020).
He also manages a resort in Camaiore with his boyfriend.
In 2012, he founded and became creative director of the lifestyle luxury brand MCCL – INSPIRITV.
From 2022 to 2024, he served as a judge on the Italian game show ‘Cortesie per gli ospiti’ for seasons 16 to 19.

Social Media

Twitter	https://x.com/LucaCalvani1

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Luca was raised in a middle-class Italian family and began modeling as a teenager.
2. He moved to New York for further education and studied alongside notable actors.
3. His varied roles include significant parts in Italian series and films, elevating his status in both local and international entertainment.
4. Luca loves to cook and often shares his culinary endeavors on social media.
5. He has a strong affection for animals, frequently featuring his pet dogs online.
6. He is trilingual, speaking French and English in addition to Italian.
7. He appeared as a fashion designer opposite Alan Cumming in Sex and the City.
8. He starred as the villain Dante Grimaldi on the CBS daytime drama As the World Turns.
9. He worked in Ferzan Özpetek's award-winning film His Secret Life (Le Fate Ignoranti).
10. He starred in Il Commissario Manara in 2007 for Raiuno.
11. He appeared in the film The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
12. His first job was driving his dad’s truck around northern Italy to deliver textiles.

Luca Calvani Actor, Businessman Italian Prato, Tuscany, Italy